FJ CO under tub bracing

[Pitter Patter]

Spotted these braces on the FJ CO tub. Not sure I have a question, not sure I have much of a thought. Just found it interesting. Seems unnecessary. Can’t imagine it would offer much support if you clipped a rock. Alright now I’m having opinions. Why???

 

[pb4ugo]

My stk fj40 doesn't have one, but my GMC pickup does.

 

[cruisermatt]

Less fender flex means less potential for bondo splitting.

 

[Shark56]

I was thinking extra protection to the corners when in the shipping container?

 

[peesalot]

I'm more curious about the box in the rear quater ? whats that for ?

 

[JohnnyC]

Storage box

Like troopies have

 

[MOTOV8R]

Later tubs are thinner steel, you can actually flex those spots on the fenders pretty easily. I have given some thought to adding a brace to those spots myself.